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Does Colonoscopy Cause Back Pain?
I have (2) herniated discs (L-4/5) and am scheduled for a colonoscopy this week. I am age 59, male, past history of cancer so the test is needed but I am concerned about the colonoscopy procedure causing more disc pain. I have read the procedure includes inflating the colon and this has me concerned about casuing more pressure on the discs thus causing more back pain. Thoughts?
Tue, 16 Sep 2014
Hi, dear
I have gone through your question. I can understand your concern.
Don't worry. Just be relaxed.
Colonoscopy does not cause disc prolapse or not causes back pain.
Hope I have answered your question, if you have doubt then I will be happy to answer.
Thanks for using health care magic.
Wish you a very good health.
I have gone through your question. I can understand your concern.
Don't worry. Just be relaxed.
Colonoscopy does not cause disc prolapse or not causes back pain.
Hope I have answered your question, if you have doubt then I will be happy to answer.
Thanks for using health care magic.
Wish you a very good health.
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